Specialist Senior Radiographer – ED Deputy and Reject Analysis
University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
PLYMOUTH, PL6 8DH
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117
Contract
Fixed-Term
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
2 September 2026
2 days left
Job description
Would you like a job in the largest hospital in the South West as a Specialist ED Radiographer? Do you have strong clinical/ leadership skills in gene...
As a specialist senior radiographer you would be expected to provide clinical excellence, liaise with all service users, lead service development, and manage the day-to-day organisation of the clinical area whilst consistently providing effective and efficient leadership. This role will be expected to provide support across the whole ED Xray Imaging team and deputise in the absence of the ED Lead Radiographer.
The department hosts undergraduate radiographers on placement from the University of Exeter and the University of Plymouth as well as training apprentice radiographers, so you will be expected to be actively involved in their training and supervision as part of your role, whilst supporting the wider team. All candidates must be enthusiastic about teaching and supporting learners in the clinical environment.
This position carries a commitment to Agenda for Change compliant 7 day working at Derriford Hospital and peripheral sites. You will be expected to work flexible hours across the week.
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care.
The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure.
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Qualifications
Essential
- Current HCPC registration.
- BSc in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent.
Desirable
- Leadership qualification/course or willingness to undertake
- Post graduate qualification linked to your specialist area or willingness to obtain one.
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Proven ability to demonstrate post graduate experience as a band 5 general radiographer and sound proven clinical knowledge of radiography
- Demonstrable understanding of the physiological, psychological and social needs of all patients and their families.
- Proven ability to accurately position patients and adapt technique thus ensuring good radiographic technique.
Desirable
- Proven awareness of NHS policies and documents.
- Demonstrable experience of planning and organising complex activities requiring the formulation and adjustment of plans.
Aptitude & Abilities
Essential
- Able to communicate effectively at different levels of an organisation in both verbal and written form, whilst demonstrating fluency, clarity and effectiveness.
- Proven ability to concentrate on the task in hand despite the distractions of a busy department.
- Demonstrate emotional resilience and flexibility, working with conflicting priorities
Desirable
- Proven ability to analyse and discuss problems from both sides of a situation and provide a report on it.
- Proven ability to interpret the Trust's policy on Violence and Aggression in order to maintain a safe working environment for yourself and colleagues.
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
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First seen
19 August 2026
Last checked
20 August 2026
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